Elevate your mashed sweet potatoes with the addition of truffle oil, creating a luxurious side dish that is perfect for special occasions or to simply indulge in a delicious and flavorful dish. The creamy sweetness of the potatoes is enhanced by the earthy and aromatic truffle oil, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and decadent. This recipe takes mashed sweet potatoes to the next level, adding a touch of elegance to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives for garnish
Directions
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes.
- Place the diced sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and easily mashed with a fork.
- Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter, heavy cream, and truffle oil to the pot with the sweet potatoes.
- Mash the sweet potatoes with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives.
- Serve hot and enjoy the luxurious taste of truffled mashed sweet potatoes.
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them a nutritious addition to any meal.
Truffle oil is made from the essence of truffles and adds a unique and intense flavor to dishes.
Mashed sweet potatoes are a classic Thanksgiving side dish, but this truffled version adds a modern twist to the traditional recipe.